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noun

der Lärmpegel, –

noise level

Maß dafür, wie laut ein Geräusch oder viele Geräusche an einem Ort sind.

Definition & meaning

The term Lärmpegel refers to the intensity or volume of noise in a specific environment or at a specific source. It is a technical measurement used to quantify how loud background noise or a particular sound event is, usually measured in decibels (dB).

  1. Environmental measurement: It describes the general level of noise pollution in an area, such as a busy street or an industrial zone.
  2. Technical/Scientific measurement: It refers to the weighted sound pressure level used in acoustics to evaluate noise exposure and its potential impact on human health or the environment.

Grammar & Word origin

The word is a compound noun consisting of two parts:

  • Lärm: Meaning "noise" or "din."
  • Pegel: Meaning "level" or "gauge" (originally referring to a water level gauge).

Grammatically, it is a masculine noun (der Lärmpegel). The plural form is also die Lärmpegel.

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:

  • Geräuschpegel (Noise level)
  • Schallpegel (Sound level)
  • Lautstärke (Volume/loudness)

Antonyms:

  • Stille (Silence/quiet)
  • Ruhe (Calm/peace/quietness)

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Examples

Der Lärmpegel in der Stadt ist sehr hoch.noun

The noise level in the city is very high.

Nachts sinkt der Lärmpegel deutlich.noun

At night, the noise level drops significantly.

Die Messung zeigte einen gefährlichen Lärmpegel.noun

The measurement showed a dangerous noise level.

Im Klassenzimmer steigt der Lärmpegel während der Pause.noun

The noise level in the classroom rises during the break.

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